Aliso Viejo, California-based ampsandsound are bringing their new Black Pearl XL SE amplifier ($19,000), Sasquatch speakers ($17,000/pair), and the OJAS DL-103o cartridge ($550) to Axpona 2025.
Looks like fun, right? The Black Pearl XL SE is the company’s flagship 300B amplifier delivering 8 Watts of SET DHT power and it will be paired with the ampandsound Yellowstone preamplifier ($25,000 top left).
The ampandsound Sasqautch speakers sport “a huge 18″ Elliptical horn” mated to an 18″ woofer. Sensitivity is an amp(andsound) friendly 99dB with a claimed frequency response, 32Hz – 18Khz. Woof!
You can hear the ampandsound stack, Sasqautch speakers, and the Denon/OJAS DL-103o cartridge in Room 550 at Axpona 2025.
Here’s the press release:
ampsandsound Unveils the Next Evolution in High-Fidelity Audio at Axpona 2025
Aliso Viejo, California: ampsandsound is proud to introduce three groundbreaking products that redefine our commitment to sonic excellence: the Black Pearl XL SE amplifier, Sasquatch speakers, and the Ojas DL103o cartridge. These latest offerings represent the next chapter in ampsandsound’s pursuit of unparalleled fidelity, handcrafted precision, and dynamic, immersive sound.
The Black Pearl XL SE: Our Flagship 300B Amplifier The Black Pearl XL is the pinnacle of SET amplifier design, delivering the legendary 300B tube sound with the utmost clarity, dynamics, and tonal purity. Built upon the foundation of the original Black Pearl, the XL model introduces our proprietary output transformers, expanding frequency response and enhancing transient detail. With a robust chassis, Gen 6 power supply, and an ultra-low noise floor, the Black Pearl XL brings listeners closer than ever to their music.
Sasquatch Speakers: Monumental Sound in a Compact Form Designed to bridge the gap between massive horn-loaded systems and practical home audio setups, the Sasquatch speakers offer stunning efficiency, deep bass response from its 18” LF Driver, and lifelike imaging. Utilizing a carefully engineered horn-loaded design with a focus on coherence and speed, the Sasquatch provides an effortless, room-filling experience without the need for excessive amplification.
Ojas DL103o Cartridge: A Classic Reimagined Born from a collaboration between ampsandsound and Ojas, the DL-103o is a modern take on a classic moving coil cartridge, delivering increased resolution, warmth, and depth. Whether used in a high-end analog setup or paired with ampsandsound’s tube electronics, the DL103o ensures a musical presentation that is both engaging and deeply rewarding.
Attendees at Axpona 2025 can experience the Black Pearl XL, Sasquatch speakers, and Ojas DL103o firsthand in Room 550.
Company Website: ampsandsound